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PIPE THAWING

Trouble Shooters has been through many cold Canadian winters and fixed many frozen pipes with our pipe thawing technology. During the cold winter months in Canada, temperatures can reach below -20° and getting your frozen pipe working again can be tough. There are a lot of DYI methods, however, these take time and can get quite challenging. And if not fixed right away, the frozen section of pipe could burst causing flooding and major damage.

A good indication that you have a frozen pipe is slow water service. A complete lack of water during the freezing cold could indicate a frozen meter or a pipe leading from the water meter. Once you have recognized that a pipe may be frozen, immediately turn off the water to that area to prevent any potential leaks that could result in a burst pipe.

Be prepared

Preventing frozen pipes from happening in the first place will save you unnecessary frustration and an expensive repair bill.

Here are some tips to prevent frozen pipes

Insulate

Wrap any pipe that leads outside or is near an outside wall in insulation.

This can also be done for pipes in a garage, crawl space or attic.

Foam insulation is readily available from your local hardware store.

Turn off

The first place to freeze is usually an outdoor hose or faucet.

Make sure to turn the water off to these areas and drain the tap properly.

Frost free valve

A great product available to homeowners that want to prevent freezing in their outdoor taps. This valve allows you to use the tap all year round.

How it works: The knob turns a long stem that closes a valve inside the house where it’s warm.

If you are in a situation where your pipes have frozen, get it inspected by a professional plumber right away. At Trouble Shooters we have dedicated electric pipe thawing machines, ready to help you out. Our machines are extremely safe and can clear up the issue quickly. They use current electricity to heat the pipe up and loosen up any ice that has formed. Skip the DYI and call a professional for your pipe thawing needs.